State House District 106, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
91,914 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,112 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$150,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$442 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$571 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Michigan
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 28 18
Feb 1 20 19
Mar 2 11 28
Apr 2 4 41
May 3 0 52
Jun 3 0 62
Jul 3 0 67
Aug 3 0 65
Sep 3 0 58
Oct 3 0 46
Nov 2 9 35
Dec 2 27 24

Hazards

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 4%

Schools

Pied Piper School
4 miles, SE 3.2 star
Besser Elementary School
4 miles, SE 1.9 star

Colleges

Alpena Community College
5 miles, SE 1.4 star
Kirtland Community College
68 miles, W 1.4 star
North Central Michigan College
72 miles, NW 1.4 star
Mid Michigan College
100 miles, SW 1.4 star

Hospitals

Midmichigan Medical Center-Alpena
4 miles, SE 2.3 star
Tawas St Joseph Hospital
58 miles, S 4.1 star
Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital
66 miles, W 4.1 star

Airports

Alpena County Regional Airport
3 miles, SW 1 star
Cherry Capital Airport
104 miles, W 1.4 star